8" Birthday Cake (single tier) - Food Cost
Two-layer 8" buttercream cake with decoration. Cottage food / home baker ingredient cost; typical retail $50-90.
Total cost
$11.86
Yields
1 each
Cost / serving
$11.86
Avg menu price
$65.00
FCP 18.2%
Ingredients (US average costs)
| Ingredient | Qty | Cost / unit | Line cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cake batter (flour, sugar, butter, eggs) | 32.0 oz | $0.12 / oz | $3.84 |
| Buttercream frosting | 24.0 oz | $0.18 / oz | $4.32 |
| Food coloring + decorations | 1.0 each | $2.50 / each | $2.50 |
| Cake board + box | 1.0 each | $1.20 / each | $1.20 |
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